Safiyyah's War

Hiba Noor Khan

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This book gripped the judges from the very first paragraph. The “stunning” story is based on real events during World War ll, when a Muslim community in Paris helped to save hundreds of Jewish people. All the judges agreed this was a “clear winner” that’s exciting, compelling, important and atmospheric

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